$3,500Median
5Sold (12 mo)
$260Last sale
Polybasite specimens for sale
22 for sale · $100–$9,500 USD
55 in the gallery
Polybasite is a sulfosalt mineral that forms metallic, often reddish-brown to black crystals with a generally opaque appearance and a metallic to sub-metallic luster. It commonly occurs in fine tabular or bladed crystals and may occur with associated minerals such as argentite, pyrargyrite, or other sulfosalts, reflecting a rich paragenesis typical of hydrothermal ore veins. The mineral is best appreciated in well-formed crystal aggregates from hydrothermal deposits, and its lustrous surfaces catch light to reveal subtle color and sheen.
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Moderate Interest
Buy Polybasite specimens
View all 22Where Polybasite is found
Top localities
- Husky Mine17 specimens
- Guanajuato6 specimens
- Fresnillo4 specimens
- Chispas Mine3 specimens
- Imiter mine3 specimens
- Cata Mine2 specimens
- Himmelsfürst Mine2 specimens
- Proaño Mine2 specimens
- Silver Plume2 specimens
- Alaska1 specimen
About Polybasite
Notable specimens come from classic mining districts in Mexico and other well-known localities in Canada, Germany, the USA, and Morocco, where Polybasite often occurs within silver-bearing ore veins. Collectors value well-formed crystals, unique crystal habits, and association with metallic sulfide assemblages that reveal the mineral’s crystallographic character and paragenetic history. Such specimens can display a pleasing contrast against host rocks or matrix, enhancing display appeal.
